Thursday at 6pm: Housing Stability and Eviction Prevention Town Hall + Return to School 2020-21 Information
Thursday at 6pm: Housing Stability and Eviction Prevention Town Hall + Return to School 2020-21 Information
Dear Parents and Families in the Save for College Community,
We hope that you and your family have been able to enjoy the summer. It is hard to believe that we are already on the verge of a new school year together. This week’s newsletter features back to school resources, details on this Thursday’s Housing Stability Town Hall and more. Here are some highlights:
Check out our “Return to School” section for details on the NYC Department of Education’s Return to School plans and to register for their information session on Thursday, August 27th at 6:30pm.
Starting this Thursday, August 20th, we will be holding our NYC Kids RISE Virtual Town Halls on the third Thursday of each month. Based on your feedback, our August Town Hall will feature housing experts across the city to talk about rent payment assistance, eviction prevention, and renters’ rights. Check out the Town Hall section for more details.
On Thursday, our Town Hall will also have a representative from the U.S. Census Bureau, who will share more about how we can make sure our community is counted. If you have not completed the Census 2020 yet, visit my2020census.gov to help ensure we get money into our community for schools, hospitals, transportation, jobs, and more.
As part of your back to school preparation, if you haven’t yet had a chance to complete the foundational Building Blocks of the Save for College Program, please consider taking the next steps. Completing the program’s Building Blocks is a way to support children’s future now during these unprecedented times.
We will continue to share resources through our social media channels – like us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram and Twitter for the latest information.
With best wishes to you and your family,
Debra-Ellen and the NYC Kids RISE Team
Tune in Thursday at 6pm ET
RSVP Here
Featuring:
- Vanessa Fuentes, Special Adviser to the Deputy Commissioner, NYC Department of Social Services
- Brian Honan, Vice President of the Office of Intergovernmental Relations, New York City Housing Authority
- Joel Trinidad-Santos, Community Outreach Coordinator/Tenant and Financial Counselor, Neighborhood Housing Services of Queens CDC, Inc.
- Fernanda Urgelles, Partnership Specialist, New York Regional Center, U.S. Census Bureau
Moderated by Carolina Valencia, Director of Communications and Digital at NYC Kids RISE.
Request a Topic or Resource
What topics would you like us to cover in our town halls and what resources would you like featured on our platforms? Tell us here.
Return to School
The latest 2020-21 school year information for NYC Department of Education (DOE) schools is available at schools.nyc.gov/ReturnToSchool2020. Here are the highlights:
- Current plans for September involve a blended learning model, in which students spend some time attending school in person with additional social distancing and cleaning requirements, and some time learning remotely from home. Every family has the option to learn 100% remotely if they prefer.
- If you did not specify a preference, your child will be included in plans for in-person blended learning at their school, however you may choose to switch to 100% remote learning at any time.
- Your school should be in contact with you about specific plans. Contact your school parent coordinator for any school-specific details.
- On Thursday, Aug. 27 at 6:30pm, learn more about the NYC Department of Education’s plans for the new school year. Click here to register.
Charter school families should contact their school directly to discuss remote learning options. Here are the phone numbers and links to pages where information was shared:
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- Academy of the City Charter School (718-487-9857)
- Growing up Green Charter School (347-642-4306)
- Our World Neighborhood Charter School (718-392-3405)
- The Renaissance Charter School (718-803-0060)
- VOICE Charter School (718-361-1694)
In Case You Missed It
During this town hall, we shared everyday activities for families to manage mental health during this pandemic. The panel also shared how to create systems of support around times of stress and loss, and the resources available to families and students during these times. Our Save for College Program community also shared in the comments what has helped them cope during the pandemic. If you missed it, click here to watch. The first part is in English and the second part is in Spanish.
Your Child’s NYC Scholarship Account
Save for College Program Flashback
Did you fill out the Census?
Every New Yorker Counts. Filling out the Census is important for getting money into our community for schools, jobs, hospitals, and more.
Fill it out now at: My2020Census.gov
There are NO questions about immigration or citizenship. Your information is confidential and cannot be shared with anyone—not law enforcement, not the government, not your landlord.
Community Scholarship for the Children of Astoria Houses
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NYC Kids RISE Resources
Need support with setting up your child’s remote learning or information about resources in your neighborhood? Our team can help. Call (833) 543-7473 or Email [email protected]
- Your child’s accounts – We continue to be available by phone and email to support you with your family’s scholarship and savings accounts. Please contact us for support with completing the 3 Building Blocks or other support with your accounts. We are invested for the long term in your child’s college and career training future.
- Remote Learning Support – Need support with setting up your child’s remote learning or information about resources in your neighborhood? Our team can help. Call (833) 543-7473 or email [email protected]
Important Resources Across the Community
Click on the need you have to see list of resources available.
– Housing